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The Best 10 Mile Races: A Complete Guide to 10 Milers
A comprehensiv list of the best 10 mile road races. Whether you’re a seasoned marathon runner or just starting to venture into half marathon


When Runners Should Take an Ice Bath (Or Not) for Optimal Recovery & Gains
You’ve likely heard of runners taking an ice bath as part of their training, but you might not be sure if it’s for you. If that’s the case,


Steamtown Marathon Review & Insider Race Tips
Steamtown is a smaller race, very well organized, easy to navigate and the course winds through some beautiful trails.


Salomon Sense Ride 5 Review: Some Bad, But Mostly Good
For a versatile, do-it-all trail shoe for a wide variety of runners on a wide variety of terrain, Salomon put together a great package. As l


How to Run 100 Miles - The Knitty-Gritty from An Expert Ultra Running Coach
Many times during a hundred miles, you may convince yourself that it is impossible. I'm here to tell you, armed with the right knowledge...


The North Face Summit Series VECTIV Pro Review - In-Depth Photos
The Vectiv Pro rides with a lively energy many trail shoes do not. This shoe uses carbon tastefully, not


Nike Vaporfly 3 vs. 2 Review: In-Depth Photo Comparison
Nike just updated the famed Vaporfly. Here's everything you need to know about the changes with detailed picture comparisons.


ChatGPT on Nike Alphafly NEXT% 1 vs. 2: Absolutely Absurd!
I’ve reviewed running shoes for Outside Magazine for the past five years. With all the buzz around ChatGPT I was curious if it could spit...


Why Your Garmin Wrist Heart Rate Monitor Isn't Accurate: How to Fix It
Key Takeaways Wrist-based heart rate monitors use optical sensors (light) to estimate heart rate from blood-volume changes under the skin. False readings are common because movement and muscle contractions can distort blood-flow signals—often causing cadence lock (reading your running cadence as HR). Fit matters: wear the watch snug (not tight), above the wrist bone, ideally on the outside of the wrist; silicone bands tend to work best. Keep the sensor clean—sweat, sunscreen,


How Treadmills Differ From Running Outside: 5 Must-Do Tips
Practical Guidelines For Treadmill Running Undulating the treadmill speed will mimic outside running better than constant speeds....


What To Eat The Morning Of A Marathon To Feel Energized
Consuming .45 to 1.8 grams of carbohydrates per kg of body mass in the 1-4 hours before exercise is recommended.


Brooks Catamount 2 Review: Snappy, Well-Tailored & Better
Brooks had a mission: make a light shoe that climbs as well as the Catamount 1 descended.


Is Static Stretching Bad for Distance Runners? Both Sides Of The Argument
In this article, I’ll look at the arguments for and against it, and finally, answer whether you should be doing static stretches.


Should Runners Take Iron Supplements for Iron Deficiency?
Iron is an essential mineral that plays a vital role in the body's ability to produce energy.


How To Run 200 Miles: 5 Things You Need To Know
200 mile races exploded in popularity over the last decade as Ultrarunners flock to measure themselves against the mysterious new distance.


Merrell Skyfire 2 Review: Rips with a Lean, Minimalist Approach
At long last, Merrell has reigned in their longstanding tendency to over-
apply traditional upper material. Their shoes have always been plu


Easily Go From Marathon To Ultra: Advice From An Ultra Coach/Athlete
If you can run a marathon, you can run a 50k. Here's how you do it. The average marathon takes 4 hours and 21 minutes. Adding five more...


Asics Noosa Tri 14 Review: Nimble, Light & Eye-catching
The Asics Noosa Tri 14 is a simple, no-nonsense, tried and true, efficient runner with everything that you need for peppy, fun, speedy...


Dynafit Ultra 50 Review: Long, Steady Pushes on Big Terrain
I tried this shoe on just about every terrain from sandy singletrack to pavement, 3 rd class scrambles to blazing downhill fire roads. I...


Train for a 5k Race in Just One Month - Our Top Tips
Looking to train for a 5k race in just one month? In order to complete a 5k race, you need to be physically prepared.
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